50 Places To Visit in Kathmandu: 2025 (Updated List With Photos)
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Places to Visit in Kathmandu

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Pashupatinath Temple

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Boudhanath (Stupa)

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Swayambhunath Stupa

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Thamel

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Kopan Monastery

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Garden of Dreams

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Durbar Square Kathmandu

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Hanuman Dhoka Temple

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Kumari House

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Buddha Nilkanth

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Narayanhiti Palace

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Indra Chowk

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Jagannath Temple

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Freak Street

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Kasthamandap

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Asan

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Taudaha Lake

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Kathesimbhu Stupa

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Dakshinkali Temple

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National Museum of Nepal

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White Monastery

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Bajrayogini Temple

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Royal Botanical Gardens

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Seto Machindranath Temple

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Tribhuvan Museum

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Casino Royale

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Rani Pokhari

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Ratna Park

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Babar Mahal

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Singha Durbar

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Basantapur Tower

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Explore centuries-old palaces, sacred temples, and much more as you visit the famous Durbar Square at Kathmandu. Later, engage yourself in the rich history and architecture of Kathmandu by visiting attractions like Patan Durbar Square, and Swayambhunath Stupa, among others. 

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Ashok Binayak

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Pilgrims Book House

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Explore Kathmandu’s cultural heritage as you visit iconic landmarks like Durbar Square, Boudhanath Stupa, and many more. Also, roam around the beautiful Bhaktapur district and see the authentic handicraft and pottery industries running since generations.

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Shechen Monastery

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Khawalung Monastery

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Patan Durbar Square

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Nagarkot

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Chandragiri

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Shivapuri Nagarjun National Park

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Langtang National Park

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Bhaktapur

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Chisapani

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Dhulikhel

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Kirtipur

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Phulchoki

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Kulekhani

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Lakuri Bhanjyang

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Namo Buddha

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Kakani

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Helambu

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People Also Ask About Kathmandu

  1. Which are the best places to stay in Kathmandu?

    1. Subi Homestay: Subi Homestay is a value for money place of accommodation for travellers heading out to Kathmandu for a holiday vacation. Loaded with all sorts of modern amenities, this place offers well curated stays along with superb views of nature.

    2. Manamaiju Homestay and Hotel: Located at a convenient location from Swayambhunath Temple and Hanuman Dhoka, this place of accommodation offers best in class service to the guests at a pocket friendly reate. You will be served a la carte breakfast and some authentic Nepali recipes as well.

    3. Khushi Homestay: Khushi Homestay is a centrally placed place of accommodation in Kathmandu which offers super comfortable stays to the guests. You will get to relish all sorts of modern amenities at this place along with all relevant luxuries.

    4. Sudha’s Home Garden: Sudha’s Home Garden has one of the best locations in Kathmandu close to a number of important tourist hotspots like Hanuman Dhoka, Pashupatinath Temple, Budhanath Temple and Durbar Square. It is a very good choice of accommodation for travellers at a budget. You will be continental and Asian breakfast during your stay at this place.
  2. Which are the famous temples to visit in Kathmandu?

    1. Pashupatinath Temple: Located on the banks of River Bagmati, Pashupatinath Temple is dedicated to an incarnation of Lord Shiva. Apart from being one of the most sought after tourist places in Kathmandu, it is a UNESCO world heritage site and an architectural marvel that even withstood the powerful earthquake of 2015.

    2. Swayambhunath Temple: Located on the top of the hill, this temple is known for offering spectacular views of the Kathmandu Valley. This temple is also known as Money Temple because of the fact that lots of monkeys reside in its premises. Despite being one of the best places to visit in Kathmandu, it is also believed to be sacred both for Hindus and Buddhists.

    3. Budhanilkantha Temple: Budhanilkantha Temple which dates back to almost 1000 years old is very much popular for its enigmatic stone carved statue of Lord Vishnu who is in a resting position. Being one of the most visited places to visit near Kathmandu, teh temple will surely keep you awestruck with its architectural design.

    4. Dakshinkali Temple: Dakshinkali Temple is dedicated to Goddess Kali and it is believed to be a sacred place for Hindus. This place is popular for following the age old tradition of sacrificing cockerels and uncastrated goats. You can come over to this place during the Dashain Festival in the month of October to indulge with the annual fair.
  3. What is Kathmandu famous for?

    Kathmandu is famous for being home to some of the religious monuments, places of worship, stupas and monasteries. All these heritage places in the capital city of Kathmandu are popular among the tourists for their stunning, intricate and religious artworks. Apart from all these, you will also be able to capture the wonderful scenic beauty of the great Himalayan Mountain Ranges.
  4. What is the best time to visit Kathmandu?

    The best time to visit Kathmandu would be from the month of September to the Month of December. During these months, you will find the region dry and absolutely suitable for exploration and trekking. You can capture the views of the pristine glaciers as well as be a part of the local festivals and commemorations.
  5. How can I spend a day in Kathmandu?

    If you were thinking of how to spend a day in Kathmandu, then here is an itinerary that you can follow:
    - Have breakfast at the hotel or resort you are residing. 
    - Spend time in the morning hours taking various temple tours. 
    - Discover the famous Durbar Square after having your lunch. 
    - Spend time in the Garden of Dreams
    - Get to taste the world at Dinner Time
    - Head out on a trekking trail through Thamel
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03 May 2017
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Having trekked in the Sahayadris for over 4-5 years now and after doing two himalayan treks in the previous season, I wanted to do a more challenging trek. So finally I decided to climb the base camp of the highest mountain in the world. The majestic mountain range had been in my bucket list for many years. Now seemed to be the right time, and so I set off in search of the "Everest". I always thought how difficult could it be to climb mountains, after all, it just takes putting one step ahead of the other. I was wrong, it indeed turned out to be more difficult than I imagined. This is due to the rarefied air in the atmosphere, that makes breathing difficult. Even a nominal gradient while ascending seems to be a task. But thankfully I wasn't hit by any symptoms of AMS ( Acute Mountain Sickness ) which makes the mountaineer's job tremendously difficult at high altitudes. On the trek, it was the promise of some awesome photos, that helped me carry through many steep climbs. But, the sheer beauty of the barren mountains with clear blue sky in the backdrop and the ferocious Dudh Koshi River inspired me not to give up but to keep climbing. During the climb of Kala Patthar, I learnt the importance of balance and concentration, even when you are exhausted beyond limit. On the Kala Patthar summit day, I set out at 4 in the morning, climbing through the mountain with a 50-70 degree gradient; sub zero temperatures, chilly winds and freezing weather. It was total dark and the only thing I could see through my head torch was the next step. From this moment till 6 am in the morning, I only thought about the awesome feeling of summiting and achieving my goal. As the air was thin, I concentrated on breathing properly and adequately and took synchronized baby steps. And, finally at 6:30 am I reached the Summit (5643m)! The view of the sunrise on Everest was just spectacular and the feeling of having summited, exhilarating!! The Everest Base Camp and Kala Patthar expedition made me realize that to achieve a goal, it is important to believe in your own efforts and strength (Both Physical and Mental).But more than that, we should be grateful towards the ecosystem around and factors beyond our control which play an equally important role in our journey to achieve anything.
30 July 2018
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Trekking the adorable Himalayas is always a must on the “to do” list of an avid trekker. After trekking over the Sahyadris and taking a few treks in Karnataka I decided to place my foot on the Himalayan Mountain Ranges. Going through the various options from Chadar, Sandakphu, Roopkund, Hampta Pass, etc. I finally narrowed down to the Everest Base Camp. The very thought of following the footsteps of Sir Edmund Hillary and Sherpa Tenzing Norgay thrilled me to the core. The sight of having a close encounter with the highest point on earth just pushed further my excitement levels. After a series of e-searches and consulting with other fellow trekkers, I finally made up my mind to enroll for the 14 day EBC Trek with Thrillophilia. The EBC Trek was by far my best trek so far. Though the thin air made the ascent difficult and more challenging, I am glad that I was able to complete the trek. The amazing view of snow clad mountains, the vast greenery and above all the company of similar fun-loving folks made the trek a memorable one. Kudos to the team at Thrillophilia. The trek was not only organized well but the pricing was also reasonable. All the questions, concerns, doubts and apprehensions I that had were properly attended by the travel consultant at Thrillophilia, Miss Madhuri Mathur despite some of them being repetitive. The representatives Mr. Subid Sahoo and Mr. Nitish Singh as well as the trek Guide Mr. Bijay along with his assistants were all friendly and helpful. I will definitely suggest my pals to go for this trek. I wish to do it again sometime soon. Cheers, Vignesh
20 October 2014
Rameshwar Bharadwaj Everest Base Camp Trek
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A good trek at a very reasonable price is what I need to say about this trek first of all. I had a comfortable and good stay at the base camp. The camping was a great fun and I enjoyed to the core. Heard that this was the most challenging trek of Nepal and so I decided to try this out. This was obviously challenging but I could make it out till the end. it was just out of the world experience
23 September 2015
Sucheta Namboothiri Everest Base Camp Trek
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The mountains were brilliant and nice, the clear sky after the summer monsoon had dusted away the dust and we hence got a chance to have a clear view of the whole peak and the adjacent places. The days we spent at the camp base was cooler even though it could have been more long.
10 May 2015
Purushottam Malik Everest Base Camp Trek
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Everest Base Camp Trekking In Nepal is one of the best camp trekking that I have ever taken. Everest has been in my wish list of places to trek for so long. When it did finally happen, I was getting sceptical. However, thanks to the organizers for making this whole process a smooth one for me. I am so glad and happy to have actually taken this trek. Also, visiting Nepal was a splendid experience. Viewing Everest from Nepal is the best part of this trip. I just wish I can do this again soon.
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I booked this tour as my first solo trip and I was amazed by its execution. We covered many old temples and monuments in a perfect span of time. The trip truly was amazing from the places to the people and the team were all very friendly. The food was delicious and pure. Will definitely plan our next trip with you.
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I booked this trip from India to Nepal with my family. Nepal has best surroundings with cool environment and the highest mountain peaks. Everything mentioned was good and taken care of, the best thing was the time management, the staff and driver were friendly and gave a feel f home. It was an amazing trip which we visited and truly worth it. Would recommend anyone visiting, would try and visit with Thrillophilia.
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We booked this tour after going thoroughly to the plan and it was interesting, so we finally decided to pick it and it. The places are filled with ancient temples and cool surroundings. All the transportation mentioned were managed by the team and it was on time, with a well-behaved driver. It was wonderful and absolutely recommended.
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We booked this tour with our friends from Chennai. The great mountains range in Nepal make the whole trip more beautiful and scenic. Everything for the trip was well planned and specially the food served was mouth watering. Totally recommendable.
Excellent
Nepal has the most attractive architecture of old times and the modern designs. We visit different -different places with enough time to explore them too.

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